First Line Manager Logistics

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, First Line Manager Logistics will provide daily operational support as part of the current Logistics FLM team for a day shift. Responsible for operational improvements that will include VPO routine management and implementation, process optimization, project execution and improvement of procedures. You will be a key contact for all business-critical projects within the department. You will balance the continuous search for new improved ways of working, together with the implementing agreed ways of working to ensure their sustainability, whilst being responsible for the department KPI's. Primary focus will be on understanding, supporting and improving all main operational KPI's whilst supporting overall continuous improvement of the logistics department. Duties & Responsibilities:

• Daily, weekly, and monthly follow up to ensure stable and sustainable processes to achieve KPIs.
• Take ownership for implementing systems and ways of working to overachieve on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Supporting department operation performance through daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs
• Leading improvement initiatives including minor projects.
• Facilitating and managing Capex projects within the logistics department on time in full.
• Ensuring compliance with corporate standards within department.
• Flexibility to cover shift FLM roles & responsibilities as part of ASH cover if required.
  
  Appropriate technical qualification for local region.
• Degree educated (or has similar operation experience).
• Experience of holding teams accountable for delivery of Company targets.
• Experience of dealing with employee relations and managing significant change.
• Experience of warehousing in a management or supervisory role.
• Experience of good knowledge of manufacturing principles, tools and techniques.
• Good record of delivering process improvement.
• Good knowledge of project management principles.
• Sound knowledge of the logistics transport, warehousing processes.
• Strong organization skills; adheres to deadlines.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills (Excel, Powerpoint, MS Project etc).
• Leadership skills and strong level of flexibility.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Good listener, with the ability to quickly gain rapport and trust across all levels.
• Strong influencer, able to challenge management and staff where appropriate.
• Charismatic and dynamic, someone who will walk the floor and talk openly to staff, able to motivate and inspire.
• Highly results focused, and with a strong attention to detail.
• Highly structured and systematic approach to delivering business solutions.
• Excellent team player, able to develop strong relationships with colleagues and peers.
• Leads by example, and lives the company's values.
• Able to work on own initiative and prioritize workload effectively
  
  Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I
Preston, North West England, England Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level #Ownership At Budweiser Brewing Group, dreaming big is what we do. Brewing the world's most loved beers, building iconic brands like Budweiser, Stella Artois, Corona and crafting meaningful moments are what inspire us. We're a team of passionate owners who aren't afraid to dream big because we know that together, we can achieve anything. To build a more sustainable, inclusive, and rewarding future. Turning any challenge into an opportunity. So, let's take on the challenge together. Cheers to dreaming big!


• Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental health
• Competitive parental leave and pension double contributions
• 25 days holidays per year
• Employee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall well-being (travel insurance, gym memberships, discounted services, dental, etc.)
• A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
• 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
• 5 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
• Global Bonus
• WPA Private Medical Care
• 26 weeks paid leave for primary caregiver
• 'Return to Work' programme
What you can expect from us: In this role, you'll have the potential to transform our business and your career. You'll get the support and mentor you need to succeed. We're a meritocracy, with plenty of room for growth and development, so you know your hard work will be rewarded. We encourage you to think big and go after your goals. You'll get to be creative, work with international teams so you can build a global network, and have direct control over your career and where it takes you. As the leading global brewer, we are committed to bringing people together for a better - and more equal - world. A more equal world starts when everyone can thrive. At Budweiser Brewing Group we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce and we strongly encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. If this sounds like the incredible opportunity you've been waiting for, apply today. #LI-BudweiserUK&I